Technology Trends for CPAs and CFOs: 2026 Update
Overview
Believe it or not, AI is not the only mega trend in the information technology landscape. There are many other trends that enable and leverage the power of AI. As a CPA professional, it is imperative that you develop a baseline understanding of the key technology trends that are impacting businesses across the board. This course will provide the update you need to help you understand the nature of the key technologies and the role they play.
This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Highlights
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:
- Role of cloud computing as the foundation for all tech trends
- IoT (Internet of Things) and Big Data
- Data analytics and KPI dashboards the new financial reporting model
- Generative AI and Agentic AI in 2026
- Blockchain technology and smart contracts
- Cryptocurrency 15 market and technology update
- Current state of the software applications technology
Prerequisites
None
Designed For
Anyone who wants to upskill their knowledge of the digital technologies that are transforming business and accounting
Objectives
After attending this presentation, you will be able to...
- Recall the fundamental concepts and applications of key technology trends
- Identify the key principles associated with the emerging technology trends
- Recognize the emer
Preparation
None
Notice
This course is offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible in the My CPE Tracker section of the ISCPA website. Course access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
Leader(s):
Leader Bios
John Higgins, Strategic Technology Advisor, Higgins Advisory, LLC
John is the founder and CEO of Higgins Advisory, LLC, established with the mission of helping CPAs, CFOs and other financial professionals to successfully guide their firms and business organizations through a successful digital transformation that leverages the power of emerging technologies.
John is a seasoned entrepreneur with experience as the founder of two separate accounting technology advisory firms that were acquired by larger organizations. In addition, he has experience with a local CPA firm and as a technology advisory practice leader partner in a national CPA firm.
John shares his expertise as a nationally recognized thought leader, strategic advisor, and speaker on accounting technology through coaching and speaking engagements. His primary contribution is his passion for helping the profession move forward through the understanding and adoption of emerging technologies.
John's accomplishments and experience include being an AICPA Business & Industry CPA Hall of Fame inductee, a Top 25 Thought Leader recognition by the CPA Practice Advisor magazine (2011 - 2025), a nationally recognized speaker of accounting technology, recipient of the Michigan Association of CPAs Innovative User of Technology award, co-author of 10 Steps to Digital Practice in the Cloud, published by the AICPA and a contributing author to The Insiders' Guide to Accounting Advisory Success.
Non-Member Price $119.00
Member Price $89.00